About Hoysaleswara ShrineThe Hoysaleswara shrine is dedicated to ruler Shiva, who is the destroyer of the universe according to Hinduism. This shrine was built during the 12th century and the Hoysala ruler Vishnuvardhana built it. Throughout the 14th century Muslims attacked Halebidu and plundered its wealth and riches. The sanctuary was razed and fired by the rulers. Hoysaleswara was also called Dwarasamudra or Dorasamudra. The distance from Belur to Halebidu is approximately 16 kilometres; From Hassan to Halebidu is something like 31 kilometers. The Hoysaleswara Shrine has two altars, one dedicated to Hoysaleswara and an alternate one for Shantaleswara (named after Shantala Devi, ruler of Lord Vishnuvardhana). Remaining on a raised stage, the sanctuary is made of chloritic schist. (Soapstone, otherwise called soapstone). Both altars are placed next to each other, facing the east course. The altar embodies the Shiva lingam (phallic type of ruler Shiva), the widespread image of Master Shiva. Also alternate holy places, there is a sacred place dedicated to Master Surya. Here, the Sun God is depicted in the 7 feet tall image. The corridors contain stunning images of Nandi, the attendant of Master Shiva. The Hoysaleswara Shrine remains a testimony of the previous period. The stunning structure of the shrine has been claimed to be the embodiment of Hindu structural engineering. History of Hoysaleswara Shiva Shrine and Parvathi shrine was built by Lord Vishnuvardhana. It was the Shaivas who contributed money and wealth towards the construction of this lovely shrine. All this time, Chennakesava shrine...... middle of paper...... it takes about Rs 400 for taxi to get to Halebid from Hassan. Hassan is associated with numerous urban communities in Karnataka and neighboring states. By the way: Halebid is decently associated with KSRTC transport administrations. It is associated with all real urban areas nearby, including Bangalore, which is 222 km from Halebid. Private transport is accessible from Bangalore's major transport station at Halebid, with a toll of around Rs 600. Area: Halebid, Karnataka Manufactured in: 12th century Manufactured by: Delhi Sultanate. Dedicated to: Lord Shiva Entry: Free Photography: Allow Shrine Timings: 6: 00:00 to 22:00 Hugeness: One of the largest shrines dedicated to Master Shiva in South India Entry Times: 30 minutes Best time to visit : Anytime Nearest Line Station: Hassan Route Station 27 km Nearest Airstrip: Mangalore Airstrip